Where and how to watch Oscar-nominated movies

The Oscar nominations were announced this morning, with some of the best films of the year racking up the acknowledgments. If you haven't kept up with your movie-watching this year, you can still see a lot of the Academy Award nominated films in the theaters or Blu-ray, DVD and VOD. A few are even available via streaming services. Consult the list below to begin ticking off the boxes on your Oscar movie watchlist before the ceremony on February 22.

American SniperOpens in theaters tomorrow with a few preview screenings tonight.

Jessica is the senior online producer for Time Out Chicago. Her friends consider her a useful flesh and blood substitute for IMDB when their cell service is wonky. Follow her on Twitter at @witchyflickchic.